Elderwood

Medication Technician

Elderwood  •  $24.67/hr  •  Wakefield, NY (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Salary

$20.74 - 24.67 / hour

Medication Technician - Make a Meaningful Impact, Every Shift

At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People. As a Medication Technician, you play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and dignity of our residents—combining hands-on care with medication support in a collaborative, resident-focused environment.

If you’re compassionate, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving the elderly population, we invite you to join a team where your work truly matters.

Medication Technicians assist in ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing personal care and supporting the safe self-administration of medications (excluding injectable medications). This role works closely with licensed nursing staff to deliver high-quality care in accordance with each resident’s plan of care, Elderwood standards, and all applicable regulations.

Why Join Elderwood?

  • Mission-driven organization focused on resident dignity and quality care

  • Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership

  • Consistent training, development, and growth opportunities

  • Stability of a respected regional healthcare network

  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • 401K with Employer Matching

  • PTO & Holiday Package

  • Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision and more!

  • Shift Differentials

Elderwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

Medication Technician

Medication Support

  • Assist with safe, proper administration of medications and treatments as ordered, following the Five Rights of Medication Administration

  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of medications, including controlled substances

  • Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to licensed nursing staff

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation (e.g., change in condition, transfers, STOP & WATCH, electronic systems)

Resident Care & Support

  • Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility (per training and supervision guidelines)

  • Respond promptly and respectfully to resident requests

  • Support resident dignity, comfort, and personal preferences at all times

Collaboration & Communication

  • Participate in change-of-shift reports and care coordination

  • Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members

  • Assist with dining services as needed

Safety, Compliance & Professional Standards

  • Follow all Elderwood policies, procedures, and safety standards

  • Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA compliance

  • Participate in required training, meetings, and in-service education

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Qualifications

Medication Technician

  • Minimum age: 18 years

  • Skilled Nursing Facilities: CNA or LNA required

  • Vermont only: State authorization as a Medication Nurse Assistant (MNA) required

  • Successful completion of a Medication Technician training program (preferred)

  • Ability to pass the Elderwood Medication Technician competency test

  • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

  • Long-term care experience (preferred)

  • Completion of required RCA training modules within designated onboarding timeframe

Elderwood

About Elderwood

Elderwood is a leading provider of care for seniors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. Offering a wide range of services across a continuum of high-quality facilities, Elderwood is consistently recognized for quality and value.

Service lines include independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with specialty services such as subacute rehab, memory care, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac telemetry, wound therapy, ventilator care and oncology care. Elderwood’s affiliates provide additional services including home care, pharmacy and prescription delivery, medical transportation, and managed long-term care services.

At Elderwood, we’re not just a location providing a service—we’re people caring for people. That’s why in everything we do, we put the wellbeing of our residents and their families first. Through our comprehensive services, professional staff, and person-centered approach, we’re committed to providing the highest level of care in order to maintain our residents’ health and wellness.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Year Founded
1978
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